Washington Region Boosts Vigilance After Brussels Terror Attacks

Officials in nation’s capital say they see no credible threats, but taking precautions.

Here’s Why Maryland Officials Expect Less Money to Spend on State Programs Next Year

The big reason: Consumers aren’t buying enough stuff.

Struggling Terps Start Big 10 Tournament Against Surging Nebraska

The Maryland Terrapins start Big Ten play today ranked No. 3 – not where they were expected to be at this point in the season.

President Obama Nominates First Black Woman for Librarian of Congress

President Obama Nominates First Black Woman for Librarian of Congress

Up in Smoke: Maryland Still Struggling with Tobacco Use

15 Years after a landmark settlement between states and tobacco companies, health advocates say more needs to be done to bring down smoking rates.

Maryland Comptroller Seeks Statewide Tax Refund-Warrant Intercept Program

Under the program, the comptroller’s office can withhold the tax refunds of those with an outstanding arrest warrant.

Flights to Cuba from D.C.? Maybe

After a landmark agreement signed by the U.S. Transportation Secretary and Cuban authorities, Washington area airports could soon be offering flights to Cuba.

Why Baltimore Can’t Keep Its Poorest Residents Healthy

Why is Baltimore’s world-renowned health system struggling to keep the city’s poorest residents from getting sick?

Edwards, Van Hollen Split with White House Over Immigration Raids

Maryland Reps. Donna Edwards and Chris Van Hollen, both Democratic front runners in the U.S. Senate race, have objected to the recent immigration raids targeting migrants in cities across the United States, saying the operations are creating “widespread fear and panic in immigrant communities.”

Happenings in Annapolis include new senator; lobbying for healthy vending machines; bay briefing

A round up of all the need-to-know news from Thursday’s General Assembly session.